| 单词 | prescription |
| 释义 | prescription n. 1. the act or an instance of prescribing. 2. a a doctor's (usu. written) instruction for the composition and use of a medicine. b a medicine prescribed. 3. (in full positive prescription) uninterrupted use or possession from time immemorial or for the period fixed by law as giving a title or right. 4. a an ancient custom viewed as authoritative. b a claim founded on long use. Phrases and idioms negative prescription the time limit within which an action or claim can be raised. Etymology: ME f. OF f. L praescriptio -onis (as PRESCRIBE) |
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